About Paraskevas
The surname Paraskevas is of Greek origin and is derived from the Greek word "paraskevi," meaning "preparation" or "Friday." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify the descendants of someone named Paraskevas. The name likely originated from the association with the Christian tradition of observing Fridays as a day of preparation for the Sabbath or as a commemoration of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
The surname Paraskevas is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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